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Fighting Inflammation

Chronic inflammation plays a central role in some of the most challenging diseases of our time, including rheumatoid arthritis, cancer,...

Allison Futterman

Calcium and Magnesium Don't Mix, Along With These 6 Other Supplement Combinations

Almost 75 percent of Americans take dietary supplements, with more than half doing so on a regular basis. While these supplements can...

Adam Meyer

5 Best No-Equipment Workouts To Rebuild Your Strength as You Age

Regaining strength and vitality are common health goals as you age. But when it comes to staying fit, many older adults look for ways to...

Samantha Boesch

11 Superfoods That Slow Aging after 40, Say Dietitians

Aging can be a beautiful thing, and it is ultimately something we can be grateful for as proof that we get to live another day. But,...

Jillian Kubala

Health Benefits of Sourdough Bread

Sourdough is a type of bread first made in Ancient Egypt over 5,000 years ago. It’s considered the earliest form of leavened bread, or...

Lauren Manaker MS, RDN, LD

Can Drinking Lemon Water Aid in Weight Loss? Dietitians Discuss the Popular Trend

Lemon water has become the internet’s newest favorite morning drink. But is it really as beneficial as some people claim? On TikTok,...

Sarah Garone

Is It Really That Bad to Eat After 8 PM? Here’s What to Know

Is the “no eating after 8 PM” rule actually good for your health? Even if you don’t practice a time-restricted diet like intermittent...

Julia Landwehr

Diet High in Added Sugars May Increase Kidney Stone Risk

Eating a diet with lots of added sugars might make a person more susceptible to kidney stones, according to new research. The study,...

Ryan Raman, MS, RD

5 Natural Fat Burners That Work

Fat burners are some of the most controversial supplements on the market. They’re described as nutrition supplements that can increase...

Kathryn Watson

10 Benefits of Drinking Hot Water

Many people find drinking plain hot water or hot lemon water soothing and beneficial. Hot water can help you stay hydrated, and it may...

Matthew Solan

How much sleep do you actually need?

On average, how many hours do you sleep each night? For most healthy adults, guidelines suggest at least seven hours of slumber. But...

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7 Reasons You Should Eat More Spinach

It’s been more than 60 years since the cartoon hero Popeye debuted. Since then, the beloved sailor’s favorite dish — spinach — has gained...

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What To Eat, Drink and Avoid When You Have the Stomach Flu

When the stomach flu hits, you know how miserable it can be to try to eat anything. But even if you feel like a zombie, you are, in fact,...

Matthew Solan

Shining light on night blindness

Animals renowned for their outstanding night vision include owls, cats, tarsiers (a tiny primate in Southeast Asia) — and even the dung...

Dan Brennan, MD

Bad Habits That Can Hurt Your Brain

You Miss Out on Sleep You do a few things you know you shouldn’t -- we all do. But some of those bad habits can take a toll on your...

Ralph Ellis

Multivitamins Slow Cognitive Aging in Seniors, Another Study Shows

Taking daily multivitamins appears to slow cognitive aging by about 2 years in older adults, three new studies show. In the latest study,...

Elizabeth Millard, C.P.T., R.Y.T.

5 Surprising Things That Happen When You Strengthen Your Core

Forget transforming your body. The far more important benefits of strengthening your core — the muscles that stabilize your back, improve...

Kate Rockwood

How to Stock the Perfect Healthy Kitchen

When you’re trying to clean up your diet, having healthy foods within reach is essential. But being prepared doesn’t have to mean...

Health-Digest

Could Your Clean House be Killing You?

Everybody likes a clean house. Those gleaming surfaces and the country fresh fragrance just make a person happy. But would you be so...

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Could Your Diet Be Reducing Your Testosterone Levels?

When you are choosing the food you want to eat, you’re probably like most Americans and are aware of how that food may affect your...

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Dental Hygiene and High Blood Pressure

When you were a child, an adult probably encouraged you to brush your teeth a couple of times a day. When you got a bit older, they added...

Maureen Salamon

Aiming for longevity

Helen Mongelia's 102 years reflect the mysterious alchemy of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors that coalesce to aid...

Francis B

Probiotics for Seniors: Health Benefits Explained

As people age, maintaining good health becomes increasingly important, and probiotics can play a significant role in supporting the...

Cleveland Clinic

Try These 21 Healthy Foods Full of Vitamin K

Vitamin K is a powerhouse in your body. It helps build strong bones. It helps regulate blood clotting. And it helps keep your blood...

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